Superlux PS518 User guide

PS518
Superlux
Brand
Superlux
Model
PS518
Category
Signal cables
Type
User guide

Superlux PS518 is a versatile gooseneck mic base designed for various applications. With its soft-touch programmable membrane switch, LED status indicator, and selectable operation modes, it offers flexible control. Choose between push-to-talk, push-to-mute, power up ON, or power up OFF modes to suit your needs. It includes a 32.8-foot cable for easy connectivity. Compatible with Superlux gooseneck microphones, it's ideal for schools, courtrooms, conference rooms, restaurants, lecterns, paging, and more.

Superlux PS518 is a versatile gooseneck mic base designed for various applications. With its soft-touch programmable membrane switch, LED status indicator, and selectable operation modes, it offers flexible control. Choose between push-to-talk, push-to-mute, power up ON, or power up OFF modes to suit your needs. It includes a 32.8-foot cable for easy connectivity. Compatible with Superlux gooseneck microphones, it's ideal for schools, courtrooms, conference rooms, restaurants, lecterns, paging, and more.

Gooseneck Mic Base
Multi-function switch
PS518
The PS518 features a soft touch button with four modes of operation. The soft touch button provides
silent switching between the "push-to-talk", "push-to-mute" or "power up ON or power up OFF"
operational modes. These operational modes can be selected by setting the DIP switches on the
bottom of the PS518 bases. The LED illuminates when the microphone is active.
The PS518 is supplied with a rugged 32.8 foot (10 meters) cable terminated with a professional
three pin male XLR type connector for balanced audio. The cable can be led out through the back
panel or base plate for versatile application. The base is constructed of die cast zinc with a steel
base plate.
Description
Featurse
High mass, heavy-duty portable desk stand
Large, Soft-Touch programmable membrane switch
LED Status indicator
Selectable Push-To-Talk or Push-To-Mute
Selectable Power Up ON (mic ON) or Power Up OFF (mic MUTED)
Direct input connection via a top panel-mounted 3-pin female XLR type connector
Includes 32.8 foot (10 meters) cable terminating in a 3-pin male XLR type connector
Included cable can be changed to exit through bottom ro back
Fits any condenser gooseneck mic or other balanced mics that can accept 4 8V phantom
power and attachments with XLR type connectors
User Techniques and Applications
The model PS518 can be used in a wide variety of applications including schools, courtrooms,
conference rooms, restaurants, lecterns, paging and more...
The list of Superlux gooseneck microphones can work with PS518:
PRA518 Series
PRA528 Series
E321 Series
E322 Series
E326 PRO
Architects' and Engineers'Specifications
The PS518 is a low profile microphone base designed to accept phantom-powered condenser
gooseneck microphones attached by means of a professional 3 pin female XLR type connector on
top of the base. The base provide a soft touch button that can be configured for "push-to-talk",
"push-to-mute" or toggle on and off operation.
1. Push-to-talk: The microphone is normally muted. Pushing and holding the soft touch button
will turn the microphone on. As soon as the operator stops holding the soft touch button,the
microphone will return to mute.
2. Push-to-mute: The microphone is normally on. Pushing and holding the soft touch button will
mute the microphone. As soon as the operator stops holding the soft touch button, the
microphone will again turn on.
3. Toggle / Power Up ON: As soon as phantom power is applied to the PS518 base,the
microphone is on. Momentarily pressing the soft touch button will mute the microphone.
Momentarily pressing the soft touch button again will turn the microphone on.This operation will
repeat indefinitely.
4. Toggle / Power Up OFF (Muted): As soon as phantom power is applied to the PS518 base, the
microphone is muted. Momentarily pressing the soft touch button will turn the microphone on.
Momentarily pressing the soft touch button again will mute the microphone. This operation will
repeat indefinitely.
The base is supplied with a rugged three conductor, 32.8 foot (10 meters) cable terminated with a
professional 3 pin male XLR type connector for balanced audio. This cable is led out from
the bottom originally but can be changed to lead out from the back if preferred. Open the
plastic panel on the bottom; the 4 -pin connector will be visible. Unscrew the screw to
release the cable and remove the cable. Open the plastic panel on the back and insert the cable into
the hole in the middle and fix the 3 conductors of the microphone cable to the 4-pin connector as
shown below. The pin assignment is as follows:
1.) XLR pin 1 shield cable to position marked no. 1 on pcb
2.) XLR pin 2 red cable to position no. 2 (positive)
on pcb
3.) XLR pin 3 white cable to position no. 3( negative)
on pcb
4.) The no. 4 is disconnected.
The base in construction of die cast zinc. The dimensions of the base are 123mm(4.84") wide x
143mm (5.63") long x 44.6mm (1.76") high. The weight of the base with cable is 1.1 kg (2.42
lbs.). The base is finished with a high-quality matte-black paint.
Operation and Maintenance
To clean the base, use a cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol. The unit should require no other
maintenance.
Specifications:
Power Consumption: ＜2.5mA
Minimum load impedance: 1000 ohm
Frequency Response: 20-20,000Hz
Power Requirement: 48V phantom power
Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Switches: Two dip switches on the bottom of base configure
push button for push-to-talk, push-to-mute, Power
up ON, or Power up Off
Finish: Extremely durable, matte-black, urethane paint
Dimensions: 123mm(4.84") wide x 143mm (5.63") long x
44.6mm (1.76") high
NET Weight with cable: 1.1 kg (2.42 lbs.)
LIMITED WARRANTY
Superlux Enterprise warrants all materials and workmanship under use as instructed by the user's
manual of this product for a period of one year from the original date of purchase. Warranty period
may be different in each area. Please contact your local dealer for more information. If any defects
are found in the materials or workmanship or if the product fails to function properly during the
applicable warranty period, Superlux Enterprise, at its option, will repair or replace the product.
This warranty applies only to equipment sold and delivered by Superlux Enterprise's authorized
distributors or dealers.
However, the following are not covered:
Damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, product modification or neglect; damage occurring
during shipment; damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your Instruction
manual; damage resulting from the performance of repairs by someone not authorized by Superlux;
claims based upon any misrepresentations by the seller; any Superlux product on which the serial
number has been defaced, modified or removed.
Service and repairs of Superlux products are to be performed only at a factory-authorized facility or
authorized distributors or dealers. Unauthorized service, repairs, or modification will void this
warranty. To obtain repairs under warranty, you must have a copy of your sales receipt from the
authorized Superlux dealer where you purchased the product. It is necessary to establish purchase
date and determine whether your Superlux product is within the warranty period.
To obtain factory authorized service, please contact authorized distributors, dealers or mail to
sales@superlux.com.tw.
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Superlux PS518 User guide

PS518
Superlux
Brand
Superlux
Model
PS518
Category
Signal cables
Type
User guide

Superlux PS518 is a versatile gooseneck mic base designed for various applications. With its soft-touch programmable membrane switch, LED status indicator, and selectable operation modes, it offers flexible control. Choose between push-to-talk, push-to-mute, power up ON, or power up OFF modes to suit your needs. It includes a 32.8-foot cable for easy connectivity. Compatible with Superlux gooseneck microphones, it's ideal for schools, courtrooms, conference rooms, restaurants, lecterns, paging, and more.

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